7.3K views · 74 reactions | George H.W. Bush, the 41st President of the United States, was a pivotal player during a critical moment in American and world history and in a powerful political dynasty. Learn more about the life and presidency of GEORGE H.W. BUSH, airing tonight on PBS at 8/7c (check your local listings). | American Experience | PBS | Facebook

#OTD 1944, the crew of USS Finback (SS-230) rescued a young lanky pilot who had bailed out of his flaming Grumman TBM Avenger after the plane was hit by flak while attacking Japanese installations. LTJG George H. W. Bush would go on to be the 41st president of the United States. | U.S. Naval Institute